Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. Job Summary Under the direction of the clinical director, clinical coordinator, or the Registered Nurse (RN performs a variety of duties for each patientΓÇÖs age specific needs via the utilization of care based on paramedic scope of practice in accordance with Hospital and Emergency department policies and procedures.) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a paramedic with IV access experience License and Certification: Current State of Connecticut EMT-P license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS). Ability to obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of hire. Ability to obtain adn maintain Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) within 90 days of hire. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Education: Associates Degree Experience: Phlebotomy experience preferred. Computer experience preferred. License and Certification: Current State of Connecticut EMT-P license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use). Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately. Must be organized, flexible and a team player. Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a hectic work environment. Demonstrates initiative in all job related activities. Basic computer knowledge in order to enter/retrieve data. PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING Work is performed in accordance with instructions and procedures. Requires the ability to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems. Ability to react and perform under strict timelines and/or emergency situation. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment. Job: Emergency Medicine Organization: Backus Hospital Title: Paramedic– ED Plainfield Location: Connecticut-Plainfield-582 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10368) Requisition ID: 24157289
Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut\'s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. We consist of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties. Job Description Within the context of the Nursing Professional Practice Framework, the LPN provides quality and cost-effective direct care for patients/families within a unit, service or other primary area of practice. Collaborates with members of health care team to assist patients in achieving established outcomes of care Participates in direct patient care in order to meet individual and family health goals by: obtaining, documenting and reporting patient data related to established plan of care Performs therapeutic measures, under the direction of an RN or MD, to assist in achieving established patient care outcomes Current Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse license required. Medical/Surgical office experience preferred. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Job: Nursing Organization: Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care Location: Connecticut-Plainfield-584 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10369) Requisition ID: 24157059
Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as an Emergency Department RN. The Emergency Department at Plainfield is a free standing 12 bed unit, part of Backus hospital’s emergency room that cares for patients across the spectrum of age, health, education, etc. The staff includes Registered Nurses, emergency department technicians, Unit Secretaries, Physicians, Mid-Level practitioners, support staff, Public Safety Officers, and in-department radiology. The Emergency Department is equipped with all tools needed to safely care for any patient from central station cardiac monitoring to ultrasound equipment, to our EHR (Epic ASAP). We are a primary stroke center. All staff work together and in a supportive environment to make sure we have a safe environment for our staff & patients, working the most efficiently, and providing the highest level of satisfaction for our staff & patients. JOB SUMMARY Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. Graduate of a school of nursing; BSN preferred. One (1) year Emergency Department RN experience required. BLS required. Ability to obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certifications within 90 days of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain administration of moderate sedation within 9 months of hire. Current unrestricted License in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. Certified Emergency Nurse, Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment. Job: Emergency Medicine Organization: Backus Hospital Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department (per diem) (Plainfield) Location: Connecticut-Plainfield-582 Norwich Rd Plainfield (10368) Requisition ID: 24156097
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